The Weekly Covet: The Best White Clothes to Wear for Summer

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Once a week, we ask our editors to share the items they've been loving or lusting after—whether it's a new skincare product we're dying to try or a travel essential we can't live without. Consider "The Weekly Covet" your editor-approved wish list for beauty, travel, fashion, and everything in between.

Cricket Cable-Knit Cotton Cardigan

"I spend a few weeks in Denmark every summer. Warm days at the beach and epic late evenings in the garden. I like to have a cardigan handy, like the chic Ralph Lauren paired with Theory Linen pants... classic with a twist!" —Nelida Mortensen, Hearst Senior Visual Editor

Astrid Wide-Leg Chino Pant

"I'm low-key obsessed with these J.Crew trousers. The pull-on style makes them equal parts comfy and easy, the fabric has a nice weight and smoothness, like your favorite chinos, and the fit skims the body perfectly without clinging—just what you want from an easy, breezy, white summer pant." —Lauren Hubbard, Contributor

The Hustler Ankle Fray

"I'm forever searching for the perfect pair of white jeans, and Mother's high-rise flare jeans may be the answer." —Emily Burack, News Writer

Fit 2 - Ecru

"I basically don't wear any other jeans but rag & bone, and this style in ecru is a personal summer staple." —Erik Maza, Executive Style Director

Washed Cotton Seersucker Button-Down Collar Sport Shirt

"I'll take seersucker over linen any day—it's infinitely more cooling in hot weather, in my opinion. I'm partial to a stable of roomy men's shirts from Brooks Brothers, which go with everything, from white shorts to denim cutoffs to A-line skirts. The perfect white shirt, found!" —Leena Kim, Editor

Mini Short-Sleeve T-Shirt

"I strongly believe that every single person should have a well-fitted white t-shirt that they can wear all summer long. And for me, that's the Uniqlo mini short-sleeve t-shirt. You can throw it on with a pair of shorts, under a dress, or even wear it with a pair of trousers for a casual office look." —Ana Osorno, Social Media Editor

Olivia Leather Hobo Bag

"For me, the perfect white bag is a summer wardrobe staple. This Khaite bag is the ideal versatile bag for summer." —Camryn Harris, Freelance Fashion Assistant

Karney White Linen Strapless Dress

"A white linen dress is a must for the hottest of summer days. This strapless maxi dress from Dissh is the perfect throw-on piece to carry you through your summer." —Hannah Morrolf, Fashion Assistant

Maria Dress

"I'm looking forward to hot summer days spent in this breezy Heirlome dress. Beach or city, dress up or dress down, this is the perfect summer outfit." —Dania Ortiz, Fashion and Accessories Director

Banho Sun-Print Cotton-Poplin Shirt

"The era of the summer fun shirt may be drawing to a close, at least for me. Instead, I'm gravitating towards more low-key prints, like this short-sleeve number by Jacquemus." —Erik Maza, Executive Style Director

Linen Short

"I love a white linen short for the summer as they can be versatile for day or night, and they’re an easy way to look polished while staying cool." —MaryKate Boylan, Senior Fashion Editor

BLANCHE TUXEDO SHIRT

"For summer outdoor heat and indoor AC, a loose fitting, classic white shirt is a must. I love this one from Nili Lotan." —Kristin Fitzpatrick, Design Director

Cheesecloth Shirred Waist Maxi Dress

"When summer comes around, I find it crucial to have a lineup of easy dresses in my closet to just throw on and go. This one from Me + Em will be on high rotation in the coming months." —MaryKate Boylan, Senior Fashion Editor

LE VERNIS Longwear Nail Colour

"Nothing says 'welcome, summer' like a clean white manicure." —April Long, Beauty Director

Tipton Tablecloth

"For the grand dame summer hostess, only a fresh set of table linens will do." —Isiah Magsino, Style News Editor

Jane Detail Long Dress

"A white dress, but a statement nonetheless. With skin-showing cut-outs at the waist and a hand-embroidered neckline, this slightly sultry frock is going to be the standout piece of my upcoming summer getaways. I already know it." —Sophie Dweck, Associate Shopping Editor

Linen-Blend High-Rise Wide-Leg Trousers

"The unbelievably soft linen-blend construction, the waist-cinching tie belt, the wide leg silhouette—everything about these white trousers make for the perfect summer pants. To say I'm obsessed is an understatement." —Sophie Dweck, Associate Shopping Editor

FRANKLIN TOP - MILKY

"Not that I need any new clothing, but something I'm really looking forward to adding this darling white top with a ruffled collar and lace trim to my closet. I can already tell that this airy blouse paired with these darling airy shorts will easily be my most worn outfit this summer. I live for St. Roche looks like this."—Roxanne Adamiyatt, Deputy Digital Lifestyle Director

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